Best Horrorfilms Podcasts (2025)

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Rumpelstiltskin (1995) with The Mates of Hell 1:20:41

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Well, Rotters... the time has come. For the FINAL episode of Brain Rot, I'm joined by the one and only Mates of Hell (Alex Ayling and Brad Hanson) to discuss 1995's RUMPELSTILTSKIN Toodles xx ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads: @BrainRotPod YouTube: @SteviesBrainRot X:…

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Tremble Ep 338: The Hunger

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HOSTS: Kurt Steve Taylor —————————- Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into The Hunger, a visually seductive and haunting vampire tale from director Tony Scott. With its stylish atmosphere, iconic performances by Catheri…

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Ranking the Friday the 13th Franchise 1:03:20

1h ago1:03:20

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The crew is out of office this week attending the Overlook Film Festival in New Orleans. While the boys are sipping sazeracs in the Big Easy, you, dear listener, are about to go camping. On this week’s episode… Join Soju and Bob on this classic Patreon episode as they discuss and rank every Friday the 13th film in the franchise! Connect with us: Su…

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Ep 250: 65 Years of “Psycho” 1:13:10

4h ago1:13:10

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It’s our 250th episode! 🥂 And to celebrate this milestone, we’re changing things up a bit and reviewing a horror classic that happens to be celebrating its 65th anniversary this year. Tune in to hear us break down Alfred HItchcock’s “Psycho” (1960) — from all the brilliant setups that don’t get as much attention, to that iconic shower scene, and th…

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Night School (1981) with Louise Blain 51:38

1d ago51:38

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What's up, Rotters! For the final episode of Vicious Varsity (and penultimate episode of Brain Rot), I'm joined by long time Brain Rot sufferer Louise Blain to discuss the 1981 Giallo-Slasher hybrid NIGHT SCHOOL ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon (150+ Bonus Episodes) www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads:…

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Tremble Ep 337: Lifeforce

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HOSTS: Kurt Steve Taylor —————————- Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew explores Lifeforce, Tobe Hooper’s wild, sci-fi-infused vampire epic that delivers naked space vampires, apocalyptic chaos, and one of the most bonkers thir…

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#522 – Escape From Tomorrow (2013) 1:44:17

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In a world of fake castles and anthropomorphic rodents, an epic battle begins when an unemployed father’s sanity is challenged by a chance encounter with two underage girls on holiday. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss guerilla filmmaking, the darker side of Disney, and Randy Moore’s copyright nightmare, Escape From Tomorrow (2013…

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Ep 249: Interview w/Julie Benz from “BTVS/Angel,” “Jawbreaker,” “Dexter,” “Saw V,” and many more 1:25:57

7d ago1:25:57

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Over the last few decades, Julie Benz has been a part of so many of the TV series and films that have impacted the horror genre as well as pop culture. Tune in to hear all about evolving Vampire Girl #1 into Darla on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” & “Angel” and whether she’d return for the upcoming revival series, her thoughts on the legacy of “Jawbrea…

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Episode 93 - 90s Sci-Fi Horror 1:42:27

8d ago1:42:27

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Hardware (1990), Death Machine (1994), and Event Horizon (1997) The 1990s are often thought of as a decade of dread for horror fans—not because of what was on the screen, but because nothing good supposedly came out of it. Or at least, that’s the typical response. But as we continue down the path to Discover the Horror, we’re starting to realize th…

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Silent Madness (1984) with Matt Draper 1:00:05

8d ago1:00:05

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What's up, Rotters! We're back....but not for long. If you haven't heard already, Brain Rot only has three episodes remaining until we pull down the shutters on our VHS store for good. But boy, do we have some corkers to go out with. Today, long time Brain Rot contributor Matt Draper drops by for our final main feed outing together to discuss SILEN…

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Tremble Ep 336: Child’s Play 2

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HOSTS: Kurt Steve Taylor —————————- Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into Child’s Play 2 (1990), where Chucky returns with a vengeance, and Andy’s childhood gets even more traumatic. It’s more kills, more chaos, and wa…

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#521 – Phenomena (1985) 1:45:16

12d ago1:45:16

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A young girl who has an amazing ability to communicate with insects is transferred to a Swiss boarding school. Where her unusual capability might help solve a string of murders. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss giallo, Donald Pleasance, and Jennifer Connelly’s telepathic abilities in Phenomena (1985). Show Notes: Housekeeping (3:…

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Ep 248: Parents, Possessions & Parker Posey 58:58

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Lisa Kudrow, Edie Falco, and Parker Posey all in the same horror comedy? Yes, yes, and hell yes! Tune in to hear us break down “The Parenting” (now streaming on Max) — from all the crude jokes that Matt (obviously) loved, to whether there was enough balance between the funny and the scary, and how a text message with the 🤷🏻‍♀️ emoji had us dying.…

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Tremble Ep 335: Child’s Play (1988)

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HOSTS: Kurt Steve Taylor —————————- Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into Child’s Play (1988), the film that introduced the world to Chucky and made us all second-guess our toys. Listen to Tremble on your favorite plat…

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#520 – Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) 2:01:11

19d ago2:01:11

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Blacksmith Will Turner teams up with eccentric pirate, Captain Jack Sparrow, to save Elizabeth Swann, the governor’s daughter. The catch is, she’s being held captive by Jack’s former allies who are now undead! On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss Johnny Depp’s most iconic role, the darker side of Disney, and why ghost pirates are so …

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Episode 92 - H.P. Lovecraft Movies 1:49:49

20d ago1:49:49

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Die, Monster, Die! (1965), Necronomicon (1993), and Gods of the Deep (2023) While Stephen King may dominate when it comes to movie adaptations of his work—good or bad—one might expect that H.P. Lovecraft, given his immense impact on the literary world, would inspire just as many films. Yet, despite his influence, far fewer movies have been made fro…

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Ep 247: Interview w/Sean Nichols Lynch, Chad Westbrook Hinds & John Laird, Creators of "The Ceremony is About to Begin" 1:13:00

21d ago1:13:00

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Former Happy Horror Time guest, Sean Nichols Lynch, is back to discuss his new found footage horror film that involves madness, mayhem, and mummification! And this time he’s joined by his two Co-Writers, Chad Westbrook Hinds and John Laird, who also happen to be the stars of the film. Tune in to hear all about making “The Ceremony is About to Begin…

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#519 – Thir13en Ghosts (2001) 1:53:06

26d ago1:53:06

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When Cyrus Kriticos, a very rich collector of unique things, dies, he leaves his house, fortune, and his prized collection of ghosts to his nephew. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss Dark Castle Entertainment, the legacy of William Castle, and the American treasure that is Matthew Lillard in, Thir13en Ghosts (2001). Show Notes: Hou…

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Ep 246: Interview w/Robbi Morgan from “Friday the 13th” (1980) 1:18:01

28d ago1:18:01

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As perky camp counselor Annie, Robbi Morgan made history as the first present-day victim of Mrs. Voorhees… although she never even made it to Camp Crystal Lake to cook for all those kids, err children! 🐐 Tune in to hear all about playing this iconic role in the original “Friday the 13th,” how she filmed her death scene and who she was actually inte…

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Tremble Ep 334: Buried

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HOSTS: Kurt Taylor Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into Buried. You can send emails to us at [email protected]. Do it, we love your emails. We are now on iTunes and Spotify so you can subscribe and never mis…

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Tremble Ep 333: The Autopsy of Jane Doe

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HOSTS: Kurt Taylor Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into The Autopsy of Jane Doe. You can send emails to us at [email protected]. Do it, we love your emails. We are now on iTunes and Spotify so you can subscr…

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333: The Gate 1:20:32

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"You've been BAD!" Join us as we discuss The Gate (1987)! We dive into how writer Michael Nankin’s childhood nightmares shaped the story, the insane practical effects that brought the pint-sized demons to life, behind-the-scenes mishaps, casting stories (including a young Stephen Dorff on the prowl for "chicks"), and MUCH MORE!…

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Episode 91 - Author Bryan Senn 1:46:40

1M ago1:46:40

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In our search for more knowledge about the horror genre, the films we love, and the people behind them, many horror fans began their journey with reference books. Long before the internet, these books served as stepping stones, introducing fans to films they had never heard of and offering deeper insight into the people behind the movies they alrea…

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#518 – Frankenstein’s Army (2013) 1:28:46

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In the dying days of WWII a battalion of Russians are lured into the secret lab of a deranged scientist and are forced to face off against an army of horrific flesh and metal war machines. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss WWII horror films, the influence video games have had on the genre, and the found footage film, Frankenstein’…

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Ep 245: This Sh*t is Bananas! 1:08:19

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Osgood Perkins is back with another horror film, this time based on Stephen King’s short story from the ‘80s and with a much different tone than last year’s “Longlegs.” Tune in to hear us break down “The Monkey” — from all those insane deaths, to all that demented humor, and how Corey Cunningham from “Halloween Ends” factored into it all.…

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Tremble Ep 332: Serial Mom

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HOSTS: Kurt Steve Taylor Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into Serial Mom. You can send emails to us at [email protected]. Do it, we love your emails. We are now on iTunes and Spotify so you can subscribe and…

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#517 – The Monkey (2025) 1:40:05

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When twin brothers Bill and Hal find their father’s old monkey toy in the attic, a series of gruesome deaths start. The siblings decide to throw away the toy and move on with their lives, growing apart over the years. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss Stephen King, bizarre deaths, and Osgood Perkins’ latest horror film, The Monkey…

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Ep 244: Interview w/Kim Myers from “ANOES 2: Freddy’s Revenge” 1:04:13

1M ago1:04:13

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Kim Myers turned the tables on both Freddy Krueger AND the typical gender roles of ‘80s horror when she rescued her boyfriend at the end of “A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge.” Tune in to hear all about making the first sequel in this long-running franchise, her thoughts on the film’s queer subtext and Mark Patton’s documentary, and tha…

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332: Stir of Echoes 1:35:25

2M ago1:35:25

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"Does it hurt to be dead?" Join us as we discuss Stir of Echoes! We talk about how the story and setting relate to director David Koepp's childhood, the movies that inspired him during the writing/filming process, tons of behind-the-scenes info and MUCH MORE!By Cult Classic Horror

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#516 – Signs (2002) 1:36:44

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A widowed reverend lost his faith when he lost his wife. He’s now a single father living on a farm in Pennsylvania with his two kids and younger brother. They find crop circles in their cornfields and begin experiencing strange phenomena suggesting a potential alien invasion is looming. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss how effect…

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Episode 90 - Video Nasties 1:59:34

2M ago1:59:34

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Night of the Bloody Apes (1969), Don't Go in the House (1979), Butcher, Baker, Nightmare Maker (1981) In 1984, in the U.K., the Video Recording Act was passed, which required certification of all video releases by the British Board of Film Classification, aka BBFC. This all came about due to a list of video titles that a group of various religious …

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Tremble Ep 331: The ‘Burbs

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HOSTS: Kurt Steve Taylor Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into The ‘Burbs. You can send emails to us at [email protected]. Do it, we love your emails. We are now on iTunes and Spotify so you can subscribe and…

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Ep 243: Meet Cute, Kill Cute 1:04:35

2M ago1:04:35

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Have you ever been watching a romantic comedy and thought to yourself – you know what this film needs? A masked killer! That’s the thinking behind “Heart Eyes,” which takes the typical rom-com formula and adds a body count. Tune in to hear us break down all the brutal kills, all the laugh-out-loud moments, and whether this horror comedy was love at…

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Tremble Ep 330: The Sixth Sense

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HOSTS: Kurt Steve Taylor Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into The Sixth Sense. You can send emails to us at [email protected]. Do it, we love your emails. We are now on iTunes and Spotify so you can subscrib…

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#515 – Twilight (2008) 1:50:43

2M ago1:50:43

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When Bella Swan moves to the Pacific Northwest she falls in love with Edward Cullen, a mysterious classmate who reveals himself to be a 108 year old vampire. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss why Kristen Stewart smells so good, why Robert Pattinson sparkles like diamonds, and how people just want to bang and live forever in, Twili…

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Ep 242: “Companion” w/Our New Companion (w/HHT’s new Co-Producer, Paris Mantz) 1:07:56

2M ago1:07:56

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Happy Horror Time has a new team member! And to formally introduce our new companion to the world, we invited her to discuss “Companion” with us. Tune in as we break down this sci-fi thriller with our new Co-Producer, Paris Mantz — from how it stands out from other robot/AI gone rogue films, to its relevance in today’s world, and how Sophie Thatche…

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331: The Kindred 1:19:10

2M ago1:19:10

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"Anthony didn't ask to be brought into this world..." Join us as we discuss The Kindred! We talk about the celebrity writer attached, the amount of lube and condoms used on set, certain plot holes and MUCH MORE!By Cult Classic Horror

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Tremble Ep 329: The Others

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HOSTS: Kurt Steve Taylor Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into The Others. You can send emails to us at [email protected]. Do it, we love your emails. We are now on iTunes and Spotify so you can subscribe and…

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#514 – The Curve (1998) 1:49:31

2M ago1:49:31

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Two college students kill their roommate and make it look like a suicide in order to get a 4.0. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss Matthew Lillard, shitty roommates, and just how much tequila one person can consume in, The Curve (1998). Show Notes: Housekeeping (4:25) Back of the Box/Recommendations (13:10) Spoiler Warning/Full Rev…

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Ep 241: Interview w/Mary Beth McAndrews, Director of “Bystanders” 1:00:13

2M ago1:00:13

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As Editor-in-Chief of Dread Central & Co-Host of the Scarred for Life podcast, Mary Beth McAndrews had already made a name for herself in horror before directing her first film — the new indie revenge thriller, “Bystanders” (currently available on VOD). Tune in to hear why this script had such personal meaning for her, how she approached handling b…

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Episode 89: Fright Rags with Ben Scrivens 2:02:41

2M ago2:02:41

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In the horror community, the easiest way to show you are a fan is by what you wear. The horror T-shirt has been a staple in the fandom for what seems like forever. But it wasn’t always like that. To say that fans have it easy today is a slight understatement. Not only in terms of their availability, but of the selection that is out there! It is an …

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Tremble Ep 328: Hellraiser (2022)

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HOSTS: Kurt Steve Taylor Tremble is a unique horror movie podcast that explores the different sub-genres of horror to find the best that horror has to offer. On this episode, the crew dives into Hellraiser (2022). You can send emails to us at [email protected]. Do it, we love your emails. We are now on iTunes and Spotify so you can subscr…

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#513 – Elves (1989) 1:44:28

2M ago1:44:28

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A woman finds she is part of an evil Nazi breeding experiment with elves. With the help of an ex-detective turned mall Santa, she attempts to put an end to this nefarious plot. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss how the hell this movie was ever made, what the hell this movie is even about, and Grizzly Adams beating wholesale Nazi a…

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Ep 240: More Wolf, Man! 54:20

2M ago54:20

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As one of the Universal Monsters, the Wolf Man has been portrayed in multiple films over the last 80 years. But none have starred the incredible Julia Garner! 💅 Tune in to hear us break down "Wolf Man" — from its pacing and visuals, to what we wished hadn’t been spoiled in trailers, and whether it reached the bar set by Director Leigh Whannell’s fi…

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330: Body Melt 1:21:34

2M ago1:21:34

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"The first phase is hallucinogenic... the second phase is glandular..." Join us as we discuss Body Melt! We talk about how they got the Australian government to fund this, the range of "celebrity" actors, our thoughts on Nosferatu and MUCH MORE!By Cult Classic Horror

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#512 – Wolf Man (2025) 1:41:13

3M ago1:41:13

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A family at a remote farmhouse is attacked by an unseen animal. But as the night stretches on, the father begins to transform into something unrecognizable. On this week’s episode… Join the crew as we discuss Julia Garner, modern Universal Monsters, and Leigh Whannell’s latest film, Wolf Man (2025). Show Notes: Housekeeping (3:35) Back of the Box/R…

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Episode 88 - Val Lewton Part 2 1:22:19

3M ago1:22:19

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The Leopard Man (1943), The Seventh Victim (1943), Isle of the Dead (1945) Back in episode 23, we covered producer Val Lewton and three of his films. While Lewton only produced about a dozen films—and only a handful of them horror—his work made a huge impact on the genre. That’s why we’ve decided to discuss three more of his films, hoping to inspir…

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